DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

DIPLOMA IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

Faculty of Built Environment

Overview

Diploma
MQA/A2975
3 Years
April,August,December

This programme develops the knowledge needed to succeed in civil engineering, incorporating the necessary analytical, industrial, laboratory and Fieldwork skills. It offers good employment prospects in and out of Malaysia. Graduates may either choose to further their studies at degree level or seek employment as engineering supervisors working for contractors, architects or local authorities, or in the fields of construction, property management or consultancy.
In line with the university's belief in cultivating practical knowledge, graduates are expected to participate in a range of group projects throughout the three year course.

Entry Requirement

UEC: Pass with minimum Grade B in any 3 subjects including Mathematics and 1 relevant science /technical/vocational subject and pass in English in SPM; or

Community College Certificate: Pass with Level 3 MQF in relevant field with minimum Grade C and credit in Mathematics in SPM; or

STPM / A-Level: Pass with minimum Grade-C in any 1 subject with credit in Mathematics in SPM/equivalent; or

STAM: Pass with Maqbul Grade with credit in Mathematics in SPM; or

A recognised certificate in Engineering/ Engineering Technology or its equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00; or

A recognised vocational and technology/skills certificate or its equivalent: Pass with Level 3 MQF CGPA 2.00 and with 1 year of relevant work experience or a minimum of 1 semester of a bridging programme.

Other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government

*(Candidates without credit in Mathematics in SPM/equivalent may be considered for admission into this programme if the certificate programme contains subjects that are equivalent to SPM Mathematics)

and

International students must pass

IELTS minimum Band 5.0; or

TOEFL with a score of 500; or

Cambridge/Edexcel GCE A-Level; or

MUET Band 3

Course Content

Year 1

Academic Communicative English 1

Mathematics 1

Computer Applications

Academic Communicative English 2

Mathematics 2

Technical Drawing

Principles of Physics

Applied Mechanics

Year 2

Science and Materials

Site Surveying Procedures

Structural Analysis & Design 1

Engineering Mathematics

Civil Engineering Construction

Health, Safety & Welfare

Geotechnical Engineering

Law & Contract

Construction Site Management

Year 3

Project Management

Water & Wastewater Engineering

Steel Design

Environmental Science

Structural Analysis and Design 2

Fluids and Hydraulics

Highway & Trac Engineering

Final Project

Industrial Training

Program Educational Objective

To produce Civil Engineers/Technicians who are:

PEO 1

Capable to apply the adequate knowledge, skills, aptitude while utilising current Civil Engineering tools and techniques to meet job specifications and continue further studies.

PEO 2

Effective in appropriate communication skills to convey information, basic problems and solutions within social and ethical responsibilities.

PEO 3

Able to demonstrate fundamental skills for lifelong learning and career development in line with national education philosophy.

Demonstrate the impact of engineering solutions for sustainability in societal and environmental contexts based on new developments.

PLO 8

Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.

PLO 9

Perform effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams to achieve common goals.

PLO10

Communicate effectively on broadly defined Civil Engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as to comprehend, write effective reports, design documentation and make effective presentations.

PLO11

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering, entrepreneurship and management principles while applying these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.

PLO12

Recognise the importance of professional development and engagement in life-long learning in the constantly evolving nature of civil engineering technologies.